Forum: Model A (1928-31)
Yesterday, 05:04 PM
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
Yesterday, 05:00 PM
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Re: U-Joint Interior Housing Wear
Lack of lubrication? It looks like spalling which occurs when a metal if under stress and brakes off below the surface. Under extreme pressure the maximum shear stress is under the surface and that...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
Yesterday, 01:21 PM
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Replies: 8
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Re: Steering Gearbox Mounting Bolt direction.
Regarding standards in production: I know this is not a Model A, but years ago there was an original Model T that had a nail or nails used instead of cotter keys to secure the nut(s) on the axle(s)....
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
Yesterday, 01:05 PM
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Replies: 11
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Re: Carb leak
This should be obvious, but drain out all the gasoline first and put something under the valve to catch the last few drops.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-14-2024, 08:09 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 715
Re: Too much gear lube
Maybe there was foam in the oil that diminished when the oil cooled down. Y-Blockhead said that some 600W oil foams (post #14). I have had the best luck with modern gear lube (85W-140 G5). It has...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-14-2024, 07:58 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 495
Re: Carb leak
If your valve leaks and you want to continue to use it, you can add some EZ-Turn lubricant, see https://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/cspages/ezturnlube.php. The lub works as a sealant but is not...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-14-2024, 07:49 PM
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Replies: 9
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Re: 47 steering gear parts in Model A box?
I have the F-100 box on my car. Not sure who did the work as it was on the car when I bought it. The end of a stock box has been welded onto the bottom of the box so that a stock light switch can...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-14-2024, 12:17 PM
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Replies: 10
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-14-2024, 08:51 AM
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Replies: 38
Views: 1,399
Re: Rear Diff Plug HELP
B H, If the threads in the differential housing were straight, then the plugs would have a flange and a gasket would be used. Ford used a normal tapered pipe plug. The straight threads could also...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-14-2024, 06:28 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 480
Re: Brake problem
JayJay has a good point. Check the motor mounts, both front and rear. Compare with your car.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-14-2024, 06:23 AM
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Replies: 18
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-14-2024, 06:14 AM
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Replies: 38
Views: 1,399
Re: Rear Diff Plug HELP
The non tapered threads are used in Europe and the plugs have a flange and a gasket is used. All the pipe threads in the US are tapered. The threads can be cut too shallow or too deep, and that...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-14-2024, 06:03 AM
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Replies: 5
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Re: Valve lapping procedure
You can buy a set of seat cutting tools online for not much money. These have carbide cutters to cut the seats. There should be 60, 45, and 30 degree cutters. The combination is used to get the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-13-2024, 06:34 PM
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Replies: 38
Views: 1,520
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-13-2024, 06:29 PM
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Replies: 7
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Re: Motor mount rubber pads
Well worth the effort to change them. Ford provided the pads to help isolate engine vibration. Even with the Float-a-Motor mounts, it is still worth doing the work. If you have to pull the engine...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-13-2024, 06:23 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 480
Re: Brake problem
Replace bearings at the ends. Adjust rods so that the levers are straight up and down before the brake peddle is pushed. After the rods are adjusted, the levers in the front should be 15 degrees...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-13-2024, 12:47 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 338
Re: 1929 Model A With 12v Conversion
https://www.speedwaymotors.com/AutoMeter-1791-Old-Tyme-Black-Air-Core-Volt-Gauge-2-1-16-Inch,113373.html
Make sure it fits the bracket available from the suppliers.
Here is the bracket: ...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-13-2024, 10:41 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 715
Re: Too much gear lube
Drain the rear end and transmission and refill with 85-140 G5 gear oil. Check the levels again after 100 miles.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-13-2024, 10:20 AM
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Replies: 38
Views: 1,520
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-13-2024, 10:08 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 338
Re: 1929 Model A With 12v Conversion
Use the 30 amp ammeter with an alternator. Also install a voltmeter in addition to the ammeter. The alternator will stop charging when the battery gets fully charged at about 14 volts. At that...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-13-2024, 10:06 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 629
Re: A A transmission HELP!
The Service Bulletins have some good articles on the power takeoff and it's application for dump trucks.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-13-2024, 06:45 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 302
Re: Headlamp fitting
Try to adapt a light bar from a Model A to your car. Maybe cut out and weld in the sockets.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-13-2024, 06:31 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 413
Re: Front Hub Stuck to Brakes
I don't think any puller will work. The shoes tilt (cant) slightly when pulling on the drum and will tighten up and lock because of this. I recommend putting the car back together and riding the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-12-2024, 05:06 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 503
Re: Ruidoso MAFCA meet
JayJay, It will be nice to meet you too. T and S K have the same birthday during the meet, June 24. I am bringing them a small present. TK is good to have along as he knows a lot about Model...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-12-2024, 11:47 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 503
Ruidoso MAFCA meet
I will be leaving Wilkesboro on Wednesday, the 19th, to drive my Model A to Ruidoso. I plan to do about 400 miles each day for 4 days, a total of about 1,600 miles. I have hotel reservations for...
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